TWO NEW CASES CONFIRMED IN RWANDA WHO ARRIVED FROM DUBAI

USPA NEWS - Two (2) new coronavirus cases were identified today, bringing the total to nineteen (19).“¢ A Rwandan man, 32, who arrived from Dubai, UAE, on 19 March 2020. “¢ A Rwandan man, 34, who arrived from Dubai, UAE, on 20 March 2020.
All patients remain under treatment in stable condition, isolated from other patients. The tracing of all contacts has been conducted for further management. Heightened vigilance is required. The enhanced prevention measures announced by the Office of the Prime Minister must be rigorously observed: non-essential businesses are closed, travel between cities and districts is suspended, and non-essential movements outside the home are not permitted. Any Rwandans or legal residents returning to the country will be subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine at designated locations.

Two (2) new coronavirus cases were identified today, bringing the total to nineteen (19). “¢ A Rwandan man, 32, who arrived from Dubai, UAE, on 19 March 2020. “¢ A Rwandan man, 34, who arrived from Dubai, UAE, on 20 March 2020. All patients remain under treatment in stable condition, isolated from other patients. The tracing of all contacts has been conducted for further management.Heightened vigilance is required. The enhanced prevention measures announced by the Office of the Prime Minister must be rigorously observed: non-essential businesses are closed, travel between cities and districts is suspended, and non-essential movements outside the home are not permitted. Any Rwandans or legal residents returning to the country will be subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine at designated locations.---------------------------------- Continue to observe the instructions of health authorities, particularly washing hands regularly and maintaining physical distance from other people (at least 1metre). The key symptoms of coronavirus are dry cough, shortness of breath, and fever. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should call the toll-free number 114, or dial *114# for automated screening, or email callcenter@rbc.gov.rw, or send a WhatsApp message to +250 788 20 20 80, or contact a medical professional. Source: Ministry of Health, Republic of Rwanda.